Development Associate
Tikvah Fund
Administration, Customer Service
Manassas, VA, USA · New York, NY, USA · Remote
USD 65k-80k / year
Posted on Jan 30, 2026
Reports To: Senior Director of DevelopmentPosition Type: Full-Time, Overtime-ExemptLocation: New York City – onsiteAbout Tikvah: The Tikvah Fund is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution.Job Summary: Frontline fundraising role responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of donors while supporting development initiatives including fundraising events and campaigns.Major duties and responsibilities include: Maintain a personal portfolio of entry-level Tikvah Society donors and prospects (annual gifts around $2,000); serve as primary relationship manager for this portfolio and develop strategies; set and revise projections; communicate with donors via meetings, email, phone, and Zoom; identify new prospects; track interactions in Salesforce and maintain accurate data; log pledges and collect payment; support events and campaigns; attend events and networking opportunities; ensure proper donor recognition; proactively learn Tikvah’s programs.Qualifications: Four-year degree or equivalent; strong writing, editing, and organizational skills; knowledge of Jewish ideas, culture, and American/Israeli public affairs; ability to learn relevant software (CRM, Salesforce, email marketing tools); meticulous attention to detail; ability to work independently; alignment with Tikvah’s mission. Preferred: familiarity with public/non-profit sector; prior Salesforce CRM experience.Compensation: $65,000–$80,000, commensurate with experience and skill; eligible for performance-based bonus. Excellent benefits (health insurance, 401K, paid vacation, paid time off for Jewish and national holidays, short Fridays).Please send your resume and cover letter to HR@tikvah.org.